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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Oak Park, IL

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Oak Park, IL

Navigating postpartum mental health in Oak Park is easier with Headway's network of 712 providers offering talk therapy and medication management. Many providers have immediate openings, and insurance coverage can reduce your session costs significantly.

Dr. Quinette Iheanyichukwu

Dr. Quinette Iheanyichukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Hoffman Estates, IL


“I believe in a holistic approach to mental health and wellness as a provider. I focus on treating the whole person, not just their symptoms.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shannon Daly

Shannon Daly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I believe healing is not just about alleviating symptoms but about discovering a more meaningful and connected way of being.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa DeFrenza-Israel

Melissa DeFrenza-Israel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Geneva, IL


“I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and positive change when provided with the right support, encouragement, and environment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lilian Contin

Lilian Contin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Batavia, IL


“I believe mental health is a cornerstone of well-being, reflecting the deep interplay between our emotional experiences, physical health, and life circumstances.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Hall

Michelle Hall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • North Aurora, IL


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I integrate CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing to help clients recognize patterns, build effective coping skills, and create lasting change.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hildred Amegashie

Hildred Amegashie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Plainfield, IL


“My approach to providing care is compassionate, evidence-based, and holistic. I believe in treating each client as a whole person...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rukayat Omolabi

Rukayat Omolabi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Olympia Fields, IL


“Dr. Rukayat Omolabi is passionate about providing individualized, holistic, and evidence-based mental health care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Shelly Scamardo

Dr. Shelly Scamardo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Barrington, IL


“I believe everyone has the inner strength to grow and thrive. My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in compassion and evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mihaela Vladu

Mihaela Vladu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Gurnee, IL


Thank you for taking the first step in sharing your story—your Mental Health Matters, and you deserve to be heard, supported, and understood.

Welcome to Integrated Family Behavioral Health & Counseling PLLC! I'm Mihaela Vladu, PMHNP-BC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16+ years of experience in healthcare, dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting mental wellness and regain control of their lives.

I provide compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based care in a safe and supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. My approach focuses on treating the whole person—not just symptoms—while working collaboratively with you to reach your goals.

I specialize in working with a diverse range of individuals, including younger/older adults, children aged 6 and up, women dealing specifically with trauma and abuse, and veterans, as well as active-duty personnel experiencing PTSD. As a certified ADHD specialist, I provide targeted, evidence-based interventions to help individuals improve focus and daily functioning. I also have extensive experience treating bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, panic disorder, OCD, and other complex mental health conditions.

Areas of Expertise:

• Dual-Diagnosis Care (SUD + mood/anxiety​/​psychotic disorders)

• MAT: Buprenorphine​/​Suboxone inductions & maintenance; relapse-prevention planning

• Alcohol​/​Opioid Withdrawal & Detox protocols (court order MAT program, inpatient, outpatient, and halfway houses)

• Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis

• Residential​/​PHP​/​IOP programmed care & step-down planning

• Trauma-informed care, veteran populations, and complex comorbidity

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Reanna Yarveicy

Reanna Yarveicy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lake in the Hills, IL


Hi! I am Reanna. I work with adults, families, couples and children navigating anxiety disorders, AD/HD, relationship stress, and life transitions. I specialize in anxiety disorders and families with children. I create a fun, calm environment that is suited to encourage exploration and learning. My approach is warm, yet challenging at times. Book an intake session today!

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shelley Johnson

Shelley Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ringwood, IL


“I believe that mental wellness is a journey; and if one is willing to put in the effort, anything can be achieved.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lisa Pearson

Lisa Pearson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bourbonnais, IL


“It's a priority of mine that each individual I meet with leaves a session feeling heard, respected, and their feelings validated.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Vizuete

John Vizuete

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I believe in creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melissa Miller

Melissa Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I utilize a collaborative, strengths-based perspective focused on partnership in order to help you reach your goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ruth Orme-Johnson

Ruth Orme-Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe firmly that everyone needs and deserves to feel heard. We will talk, and I will mostly listen, but I will take an active role in helping guide our time together toward deep exploration and, when necessary, honest confrontation of difficult...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Oluyemi Lasaki

Oluyemi Lasaki

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Plainfield, IL


“I am dedicated to providing personalized, evidence-based care that empowers my clients on their journey toward mental well-being.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kandyce McConico

Kandyce McConico

Therapist

Virtual • Gurnee, IL


“I specialize in helping individuals and couples meet their needs for connection. I apply well-researched principles of relationship, attachment, and communication to help you explore the impact of childhood trauma and past relationships on your...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Paryz

Nicole Paryz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in a collaborative approach to work through your thoughts and feelings and their impact on your behavior, mood, self-esteem and interpersonal relationships.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Warren

Brittany Warren

Therapist

Virtual • New Haven, IL


“With each client session I like to give client the opportunity to share their lived experiences and reflect on their struggles while providing them specific tools and strategies to improve their overall well-being and quality of life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Veronica Vyazovsky

Veronica Vyazovsky

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Veronica utilizes a playfully creative approach to create a safe and supportive relationship and provide a safe space for clients to discover wellness habits that will enhance their mental and physical health.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anna Zeglen

Anna Zeglen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, supportive, and down-to-earth—I believe therapy should feel like a safe space to be real, explore your story, and build tools that actually help.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Catherine Guerrero

Catherine Guerrero

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I have 16 years of clinical experience, working with Children, adolescents, and adults. I provide individual, family, pre/post natal and couples counseling. I take a warm and inviting approach to ensure you feel comfortable as a client. I specialize in anxiety, depression, school concerns, family/ home concerns, friendship issues, ADHD, grief, narcissistic abuse, and autism. I also have 20 years of experience as a school social worker.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Diana George

Diana George

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that mental health care is not one-size-fits-all. In our sessions, you can expect a collaborative environment where your voice is heard and your goals are prioritized.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shakira Olans

Shakira Olans

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and judgment-free. I take time to listen, understand your story, and work with you to create a treatment plan that supports your individual needs and goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley Walay

Ashley Walay

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


You’re capable and use to managing a lot, but lately life feels overwhelming.

I’m Ashley Walay, LICSW, and I work with BIPOC women and LGBTQ+ individuals, professionals, single parents, and military-connected individuals (including spouses, veterans, contractors, and civilian employees) experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, chronic stress, and life transitions.

I value clear, direct communication and tailor therapy to your needs, whether you want tools or space to process. Together, we’ll work toward greater clarity, balance, and confidence.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lauren Dircks

Lauren Dircks

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My passion is creating a supportive, empowering space where you feel truly seen as you heal and grow.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Julie Brannen

Julie Brannen

Therapist

Virtual • Evanston, IL


“My greatest joy comes from guiding folks into an organic + compassionate practice of fiercely approaching vulnerability + embodying whole-hearted living.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jill Martinez

Jill Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Using a compassionate, client-centered approach, we will work together to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and support.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Lovett Olatunji

Dr. Lovett Olatunji

Therapist

Virtual • Crystal Lake, IL


“I conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate the emotional, psychological, and behavioral functioning of children, adolescents, and geriatric populations.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Akina Takahashi

Akina Takahashi

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“It is my goal for you to leave sessions feeling seen and heard, equipped with practical tools, and a greater sense of balance.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Georgeann Iacono Russell

Georgeann Iacono Russell

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a board-certified clinical health psychologist with extensive experience helping individuals navigate stress, anxiety, depression, health concerns, and life transitions. I take a collaborative and supportive approach, focusing on understanding your unique experiences and what matters most to you. My goal is to create a comfortable, nonjudgemental space where you feel heard and respected. Together, we'll work on practical strategies to help you copy more effectively, feel more balanced, and move toward meaningful, lasting change

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Heather Stille

Heather Stille

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I support clients through a warm, attuned, and relationship‐centered approach. My intention is to be collaborative, helpful, and grounded in trust‐based, relational work. If you’re ready for a space where your story is honored, I'm here. Sometimes we can struggle in how we connect, trust, and regulate our emotions throughout life, influencing our levels of anxiety, depression, and overall ability to manage mood. I have worked with persons with disabilities, children, adults, and families to help find balance.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Charis Allen

Charis Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices while remaining flexible and tailored to your unique needs and goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Koffler

Lisa Koffler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal as a therapist is to meet you where you're at and walk along side you as you heal and learn how to navigate life's challenging experiences.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kay White

Kay White

Therapist

Virtual • Bloomington, IL


“I focus on establishing a solid, supportive relationship with my clients. I truly enjoy working with individuals to find solutions that work for them.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leanne Goodwin

Leanne Goodwin

Therapist

Virtual • Robinson, IL


“Our sessions will be collaborative and exploratory. Although I am an expert on emotions and behaviors, I am not an expert on you but you are.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Megan Pfeifer

Megan Pfeifer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, future client! I believe everyone wants to feel happy, healthy, and fulfilled—but sometimes life gets in the way. I'm here to help you recognize your strengths, work through challenges, and move toward the changes you want. I'm easy to talk to and aim to make therapy feel like that honest conversation you’ve been needing—supportive, real, and refreshing. Sessions are always tailored to your goals in a warm, welcoming space.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Leticia Boughton Price

Leticia Boughton Price

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients can expect to feel heard, affirmed, encouraged and strengthened to handle day-to-day challenges, from day one.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyssa Roberts

Alyssa Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a clinically licensed therapist who works with teens and adults. I support clients who are dealing with anxiety, ADHD, depression, emotional regulation, relationship stress, life transitions, and self esteem concerns. I aim to create a space that feels warm, genuine, and safe. I believe therapy does not have to feel intimidating to be effective, and I often use appropriate humor to help clients feel more comfortable while doing meaningful work.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Michelle Erford

Michelle Erford

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I enjoy working with women through major life transitions, particularly during the perinatal period.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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